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TONO by Akira Back

Yorkville · $$$$

Verified · Jul 19

TONO by Akira Back is a nikkei (japanese-peruvian fusion) spot in Yorkville that's turning heads. North American debut of Michelin-starred chef Akira Back's rooftop Nikkei concept atop the W Toronto Hotel, opened fall 2025. Must try: TONO Cigars, Tiradito, Heatwave Roll, Hot Stone Ishiyaki A5 Wagyu, whole Chilean sea bass.

Why it's trending

North American debut of Michelin-starred chef Akira Back's rooftop Nikkei concept atop the W Toronto Hotel, opened fall 2025

Must try

TONO Cigars, Tiradito, Heatwave Roll, Hot Stone Ishiyaki A5 Wagyu, whole Chilean sea bass

Reservations

Book via OpenTable, high demand for weekend rooftop seatings

Verified

Verified Jul 19, 2026 via torontolife.com.

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